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in order to promote the sludy of the history and literature of the Order , and announced that he had already received premises of such lectures from Bros . G . VV . Speth , the Secretary of Ouatuor Coronati Lodge , No . 207 G ; Bro . T . B . Whytehead , P . G . Std . Br ., of Yoik " Bro . W . Watscn , Prov . G . Librarian ; Bro . Can n Bullock . P . G . Chap . ; and othf rs . He had a'so the permission of the Prov . Grand Master , Bro . the Right Hon . VV . Lawies Jackson , M . P ., to announce his intention of visiting ttie loJ ^ e during Ihererore 10 irus tne
his year , tie , , nopea nave aousy anu interesting year , anu . eu emc brethren would avail themselves of the opportunity , and visit the lod ^ e in large numbers . A well-executed selection of vocal and instrumental music was given by Bros . Jowitt , Whitfield , VV . Cockerlye , T . H . Cockerlyne , F . Bagshiw , J . P . Mann , and others , and a most successful and enjoyable evening was spent .
Mozart Lodge , No . 1929 . The installation meeting of this distinguUhed and well-known musical lodge took place at the Greyhound Holel , Croydon , on the 7 th ult ., and was well attended . There were present Bros . R . S . Ta > lor , VV . M . ; Fredk . Flood , P . A . G . D . C , I . P . M ., Sec . ; H . J . Mfcfarlane , S . W . ; C H . HmvUtt , J . W . ; Rev . V . H . Tyrrel . Chap . ; A . Briscoe , P . M .. P . G . O ., Treas . ; L . R . Dicksee , J . D . ; li . Bran combe , P . G . D ., I . G . ; R . J . Porter , D . C . ; J . A . Chalk , A . D . C ; W . Salmon and VV . H . Fqtrier , Stewards ; J . J . Kern , G . C . Tegetmeier , G . Pownall , Org . ; T . David , W . VV . Jaggard , H . T . Shubrnk
Dudman , W . R . Dennis , A . R . ., J . J . Lanrgeon , J . Lecquire , H . J . Sal non , G . Briggs , W . Groome , A . J . Rowe , VV . H . Shiner , F . Whatley , R . Codd , A . Toop , S . E . McLewin , C . E . Nott , J . Sinclair , P . No ' cutt , T . H . B . Bolton , Reginald Groomr , and G . Harrison , Tyler . Visitors : Bros . VV . M . Stiles , G . Treas . ; C Salter , P . M . 221 : 5 ; H . J . Lardner ; W . Wills , P . M . 1901 ; G . Lavington , P . M . S 57 ; VV . J . Harris , P . M . 1321 ; J . H . Cureton , P . M . 21 S 2 ; J . Dixon , P . M 147 ; E . Brooks , P . M . 7 66 ; G . H . Ktson , P . M . 54 S ; R . Clowes , P G Std . Br . ; H . A Dixon , 147 ; H . James , 4 63 ; H . Corper , 745 ; W . Brigg-, 13 CG ; A . H . P . Luird , 2191 ; H . IV . Dixon , 147 , Horace Reynold- - , 21 S 2 ; VV . D . Stevens , 27 ; J . VV . Sparrow , W . M . 14 S 9 ; R . VV . Nicole , VV . M . 227 S ; and' R . T . We 4 , 1744 .
The minutes of the previous two lodge meetings hiving been read and confirmed , and the . Aidtots' repiit adopted , the W . M ., Bro . R . S . Taylor , proc-eled « i : \ the important event of the evening by installing his successor , Bro . H . J . Macfariane , who is also VV . M . of the Egyptian Lodge , N > . 27 . The following brethren were appointed the officers for the ensuing year : Bros . C . H . Howlett , S . W . ; W . Wesche , J . W . ; I . | . Lamigeon , Treas . ; Fredk . Flood , P . M ., P . A . G . D . C , Sec ; L . R . D , cksee , 5 . D . ; E . Branscombe , P . G . O .. J . D . ; R . J . Porter , I . G . ; J . A . Chalk , D . C . ; VV .
Salmon , A . D . C ; A . loop , Org . ; J . J . Kern , U . L . tegetmeier , 1 . Divid and Wingrove I vts , Stewards ; and G . Harrison , Tyler . The urn il addresses were given by Bro . R . S . Taylor in a manner that was faultless , and he deserves the highest praise for the excellent way he carried out the whole of the installation ceremony . Bro . F . Flcod , P . M ., Sec , stated that two months ago it was mooted that they should purchase an organ , and that had been done , the members hiving subscribed so liberally , that there would be no occasion to touch the funds of the lodge , as the total cost had been
provided for , leaving sufficient to obtain a stool for the organ . A heai y vote of thanks was accoided to Bro . Flood for the energy he had displayed in bringing the matter to such a successful issue . Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., presented kneeling stools to the lodge , which were accepted with many thanks . In presenting a Past Master ' s jewel and a Past Master ' s collar , with silver jewel appended , to Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., the W . M . stated that every member who had attended throughout Bro . Taylor ' s reign knew the great things he had done for the lodge and they cou'd not have hi i a better
W . M . On behalf of the members he wished him very mmy years of life , health , and happiness , and the token , although only small , would ever remind him of his great seivices and which would never be forgot'en by the members . The jewels bore the following inscription— " Presented by the Mozatt Lodge , No . 1929 , to their fourteenth Masler , Bro . R . S . Taylor , P . M ., as a slight acknowledgment ot his valuable services as W . M . 1894-95 . December 7 th , 1 S 95 . " Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., said in speaking from his heart he earnestly thanked them for the great expession of their appreciation of his services . Throughout his Masonic career he had endeavoured to do everything
to promote the interests of the lodge and if he had been successful he was gratified . The W . M . stated that he was going up as Steward for the Old People and it was unanimously voted to head his list with a subscription of five guineas from the funds of the ledge . The Secretary reported that Bro . Wesche , J . W ., was very ill , and it was resolved to send him a telegram expressing deep sympathy in his illness . Other business followed , alter which the lodge was closed and the brethren partook of a substantial banquet . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts having been duly honoured ,
The Worshipful Master gave " The Grand Officers , Present and Past . " He said it was a toast that was always received there with enthusiasm . They were honoured that night with the presence of two Grand Officers and he hoped they would come again . The Grand Officers took a great interest in the Craft , and by their special favour he had received a dispensation which enabled him to be the W . M . for two lodges at one time . He coupled with the toast the names of Bros . VV . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., and R . ClowesP . G . Std . Br .
, Bro . W . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., on rising to respond , had an ovation . He said that he was pleased to be there if only to have heard the excellent way the toast had been proposed by the W . M ., who must never again say he could nut make a speech . He had the great honour to acknowledge the toast on behalf of the present Grand Ofli : ers . His good friend , Bro . Clowes , would respond for the Past Grand Officers . He spoke fully as to Ihe great services rendered by Bros . Lord Lathom and Lord Mount Edgcumbe to Ihe Craft . That was his first visit to the Mozart Lodge and he was glad to see the
W . M ., who was such an old friend of his , installed . As a Grand Officer * and an old Preceptor he was pleased with the working of all he had witnessed that evening , and , in conclusion , he said that he had to thank many who were present for his position at Grand Lodge . Bro . R . Clowes , P . G . Sid . Br ., also responded . He said that he appreciated his
name having been associated with the toast . When he was asked to come to the Mozirt Lodge he was glad to visit a lodge which was a musical one in every way . He was pleased with all he had heard and seen that evening and should always remember his visit . He congratulated the W . M . who had been installed in so able a manner , and the lodge was to be congratulated on having such an officer as Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., who had done his work exceedingly well .
In responding for "The Prov . Grand Officers , Present and Past , " Bro . Briscoe , P . P . G . O ., whose speech was the shortest one of the evening , said : Best thanks , and thanks . Bro . F . Flood , P . A . G . D . C , said that he had not much to add to the very brief but eloquent speech of Bro . Briscoe . The lodge had always been well remembered by the Grind Lodged the Province , and for the last three successive years collars had been given to members cf Ihe lodge , and this , from a province which had 40 lodges , was ,
he considered , a very great honour for the lodge . 1 he Prov . Grand Master , the Earl cf Onslow , had intended to have paid them a visit that evening , but as he afterwards discovered that he had an earlier Masonic engagement , he offered to come later , or he would put in an appearance on some other occasion , when he would give his entire time for a meetirg of the lodge . In proposing "The Health of the Worshipful Master , " Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., slated that it was the first time in his life that he had had the honour of submitting the
toast . Bro . Maelarlane's Masonic record was one that was satisfactory to all Masons , and they were proud to have him as W . M . He was a most ardent supporter of the Charities , and , as he was Steward for lhe Old People , he would , he thought , be the mians of taking up a large amount for that deserving Institution . He urged the members to give liberally to the Worshipful Master ' s list , and thus show their appreciation of his services to the Craft , which were well known , and it was an honour to have him as luler of the Mozart Lodge .
Bro . H . J . Macfarlane , W . M ., on rising to respond , received a very hearty welccrre . He said he thanked the I . P . M . most sincerely for his kind words and the n inters for their manifestation . He would , perhaps , plead guilty that he had been irergetic in lhe cause of Masonry , and he trusted the lodge would support the Charities in lhe future , and if , during his term cf iflice , the mcrr . bcis would give handsomely to the Institutions it would be ample return for the little he might do as Master . It would Le his maiden effort as Steward , and he hoped he wruld be successful . He would do tveijlhing in his rower to forward the interests of the ledge , and ( rem the bottom of his heart he wished them all a very happy and prosperous New Year .
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In giving "The Visitors , " the W . M . remarked that the feeling of the members towards their guests was second to no lodge in the Craft . He joined with the toast the names of Bros . H . J ames ; J . VV . Sparrow , W . M . 14 S 9 ; and R . W . Nicole , W . M . 227 S . Bro . Sparrow responded . He ssid that he was not a stranger to the lodge , and he hoped to have the privilege of often attending .. Bro . Nicole also acknowledged the toast . It was his first visit , and he was very much impressed with the excellent working . ' He had seen the W . M . installed twice , and he h ^ ped to see him installed again .
Bro . Cureton stated that the W . M . was perfection , and if the oTicers followed in his footsteps they could not go wrong . After repeated calls , Bro . VV . M . Stiles , Grand Treasurer , as W . M . of the Clissold Lodge , also responded . He said there was a goad o'd ring of friendship and fraternity in the lodge , and he congratulated the lodge on having so excellent a Master , whom he had seen installed twice , and they could not find a more jovial or efficient Master . He felt he must ref r to the admirable working of the I . P . M ., Bro . R . S . Tay ! o \ He ( Bro . Taylor ) was like an old veteran , and in leaving the chair he must be proud of his past services , which , he was convinced , all the members appreciated .
The W . M . gave " The Installing Master and I . P . M ., Bro . R . S . Taylor . " He said thit Ihe Grand Treasurer had referred in eloquent terms to Bro . 'Taylor , and it would be needless for him to add to that , but he could not say too much in his p . uise for his great and valuable services to the lodge . Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., responded in brief but eloquent terms . The hour being late , the VV . M . proposed " The Past Masters , Masonic Charities , Treasurer and Secretary , and Musical Brethren , " coupled with the names of the Secretary and Treasurer .
Bro . F . Flood , P . M ., Sec , responded , reminding the members thit the W . M . wis going up as Steward for the Old People , and Bro . Limiafeon Steward for the Boys . He hoped they would all support tbe Old People first , and then the Boys . There were reasons why the lodge had not been able to give to the Charities the last few years , but in the future he trusted they would loyally support the three Institutions . Bto . J . J . Lamigeon said that he was only lately appointed Treasurer , wh ch he honoured , but he would watch the funds , and do his best in that office and for the lodge generally . He mentioned his Stewardship for the Boys , and hoped with the suppjrt of the members to get a good amount .
"The Officers" were duly honoured , but tirr . e did not permit of any response , and the Tyler ' s toast closed one of the grandest meetings in the annals of the Mozirt Lodge , which should continue its prosperity under the able hands of the VV . M ., Bro . Macfarlane , with the assistance of his very efficient Secretary , Bro . Flood , and the other officers . In a lodge of which many of the members are so closely connected with the musical
profession , it was to be expected that a musical treat would be provided , and the brethren were not disappointed . The following took part : Bros . Shiner , E . Branscambe , L . R . Dicksee , Trefelyn David , C . E . Nott , Rev . H . V . Tyrrel , Wingrove Ives , and Reginald Groome , the last-named giving "Stars may forget "—his own compositionwhich was the cream of the evening , and it has only to become known to bs very popular . The whole of the programme was under the direction of Bro . Toop , Org .
Strand Lodge , No . 1987 . This successful ledge met at the Criterion , Regent-circus , on ' the 12 th ult ., whrn there were present Bros . Walter Merrett , VV . M . j Hooper , S . W . ; Harbert , J . W . ; J . Willing , jun ., P . M ., Treas . ; W . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., Sec ; VV . Rapley , S . D . ; G . P . Channing , I . G . ; E . L . Campbell , D . C ; J . T . Baker and C E . Thomas , Stwds . ; E . Evans , I . P . M . ; J . R . W . Soper ; E . N . Dale , P . M . ; F . Jackson , P . M . ; C . J . Taylor , P . M . ; T . Welham , F . Lovegay , J . H . Warden , L . E . Thurlow ,
A . J . Rowley , A . L . Gieve , W . Houghton , F . J . Smith , T . Gilbert . W . Campbell , S . J . Muller , F . H . English , E . Salaman , Jno . Evans , VV . D . Nott , J . Fleming , R . Whiting , P . M ., Tyler ; and many others . Visitors : Bros . J . Duncan , 936 ; C Jacob , J . W . 2271 ; C . Miiler , S 62 ; W . A . Scurrah , Vice-Pres . Bd . of Gen . Purps . ; T . S . Anderson , I . P . M . 1 G 13 ; H . L . Davis , 25 ; J . H . Wildash , P . M . 16 G 2 ; H . Jones , P . M . 1954 ; H . Bro . vn , 144 G ; L . Engel , 1 G 14 ; C F . Browne , P . M . Si ; ' R . S . Chattey , I . P . M . 2 71 ; T . Jefferies , S . VV . 1744 ; Newton , 451 ; Daish , 97 ; Sett Dalgleish , 170 G ; and R . T . West , 1744 .
The minutes of the previous meeting having b : en reid and confirmed , the W . M . raised Bros . A . J . Rowley , G . A . H . Muller , and F . J . Welch , and passed Bros . S . [ . Mullen and F . IT . English . He afterwards initiated Messrs . E . V . Salaman and F . VV . Sears . The working of the VV . M . was excellent . Bro . M . W . O'Brien , 724 , wis unanimously elected as a joining member . Ten guineas were voted from the lodge funds , to be placed upon Bro . J . Willing ' s list as Steward for the Girls' School , and a like amount to Bro . VV . M . Stiles , Steward for the Boys' School . Five guineas were also voted to an indigent brother , and , after other business , the lodge was closed , and the brethren partook of a good banquet . " The Queen and the I raft " having been duly honoured
, Bro . E . Evans , I . P . M ., proposed " fhe Health of the W . M ., " remarking that good wine needed no bush . Bro . Walter Merrett , W . M ., who was acccrded a very hearty welcome , stated that it afforded him much gratification for the way he had been received . In working the three Degrees that evening he had done what he never expected he would be able to perform , and he had done his best ; but he felt that it was not up to the usual standard of the lodge ; anyway , he would do his utmist for the lodge , and hoped during his year of office to give saiisfacti > n to the me nb ; rs .
The W . M . gave " The I . P . M ., Past Masters , Ticasurer , and Secretary . " He said they were well blessed with Past Masters , and th . re were not many lodges who could claim such a distinguished body as the Past Masters of the Strand Lodge . Bro . J . Willing was the "Father , " and the members well knew the great things he had done for the lodge . Then they had in the Secretary , Bro . VV . M . Stiles , the Grand Treasurer , one of the best of Masons , who had reached the pinnacle which all Masons would like to aim for . He also referred to the other Past Makers , making special mention of Bro . C . J . Taylor , who had done his work in the chair second to none , and he was distinguished in many ways .
In response , Bro . E . Evans ,-I . P . M ., stated that there was a splendid array on his left , and Bro . Stiles would now have a set-to , and Bro . Willing would keep time . Bro . J . Willing , P . M ., Treas ., also acknowledged the toist in a very humorous speech , which elicited much laughter , and in conclusion he referred to the good working of the W . M . that night , and said that whatever he could do to forward the interests of the lodge he would do in the future as he hoped he had done in the past . Humoious speeches appeared to be the order of the evening , as Bro . W . M . Stiles , Sec , also responded in that strain , which caused the laughter started by Bro . Willing to be very much continued .
Bro . F . Jackson , P . M .. said that all the Past Masters desired to help in every way , and they all bad one feeling , which was to do their level best for tV . e welfare of the lodge . Bro . C J . Taylor stated that he should always do as he had hitherto done—his best to assist to trie utmost of his ability . In giving * ' The Visitors , " the Worshipful Master observed that they were fortunate in having a large number of guests who were vtry welcome and many of those who had honoured them with their presence thit evening were well-known and distinguished in the Craft . In reading out the list of the visit irs he mide special reference to Bro .
VV . A . fccurrah , whom they were always glad to receive , and he wished them everything they could wish themselves . He asso . Mated with the toast the names of Bros . VV . A . Scurrah , Vice-President Board of General Purposes , Anderson , Wildash , and II . Jones . Bro . W . A . Scurrah , who responded , said that it was always a great pleasure to attend the Strand Lodge . He had known the W . AI . for many years and he was glad to see him in the chair . He was a good Mason and he had had a big task to go through the three Degrees in one evening , but he had performed that duty with great credit . He hop d the lodge would prosper in the future as in the past . Bros . T . S . Anderson , I . P . M . 1 G 13 ; J . H . Wildash , P . M . 16 G 2 ; and Harry Jones , P . M . 1954 , also 2 cl < nowledgid the toast in very appropriate terms .
The Worshipful Master proposed "The Initiates , " which he stated was the toast of Ihe evening . They were honoured with two , and it had been a great pleasure to him to initiate thorn because they appeared to fully appreciate the c & cmony , and he hid no doubt they would turn out good members of the lodge and be a credit to the Craft . Bro . li . V . Salaman replied , lie said he hoped they would notexpect many words from him as he was somewhat upset with the beautiful ceremony of his initiation , but he appreciated the kind words of the W . M ., and the reception he had had .
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in order to promote the sludy of the history and literature of the Order , and announced that he had already received premises of such lectures from Bros . G . VV . Speth , the Secretary of Ouatuor Coronati Lodge , No . 207 G ; Bro . T . B . Whytehead , P . G . Std . Br ., of Yoik " Bro . W . Watscn , Prov . G . Librarian ; Bro . Can n Bullock . P . G . Chap . ; and othf rs . He had a'so the permission of the Prov . Grand Master , Bro . the Right Hon . VV . Lawies Jackson , M . P ., to announce his intention of visiting ttie loJ ^ e during Ihererore 10 irus tne
his year , tie , , nopea nave aousy anu interesting year , anu . eu emc brethren would avail themselves of the opportunity , and visit the lod ^ e in large numbers . A well-executed selection of vocal and instrumental music was given by Bros . Jowitt , Whitfield , VV . Cockerlye , T . H . Cockerlyne , F . Bagshiw , J . P . Mann , and others , and a most successful and enjoyable evening was spent .
Mozart Lodge , No . 1929 . The installation meeting of this distinguUhed and well-known musical lodge took place at the Greyhound Holel , Croydon , on the 7 th ult ., and was well attended . There were present Bros . R . S . Ta > lor , VV . M . ; Fredk . Flood , P . A . G . D . C , I . P . M ., Sec . ; H . J . Mfcfarlane , S . W . ; C H . HmvUtt , J . W . ; Rev . V . H . Tyrrel . Chap . ; A . Briscoe , P . M .. P . G . O ., Treas . ; L . R . Dicksee , J . D . ; li . Bran combe , P . G . D ., I . G . ; R . J . Porter , D . C . ; J . A . Chalk , A . D . C ; W . Salmon and VV . H . Fqtrier , Stewards ; J . J . Kern , G . C . Tegetmeier , G . Pownall , Org . ; T . David , W . VV . Jaggard , H . T . Shubrnk
Dudman , W . R . Dennis , A . R . ., J . J . Lanrgeon , J . Lecquire , H . J . Sal non , G . Briggs , W . Groome , A . J . Rowe , VV . H . Shiner , F . Whatley , R . Codd , A . Toop , S . E . McLewin , C . E . Nott , J . Sinclair , P . No ' cutt , T . H . B . Bolton , Reginald Groomr , and G . Harrison , Tyler . Visitors : Bros . VV . M . Stiles , G . Treas . ; C Salter , P . M . 221 : 5 ; H . J . Lardner ; W . Wills , P . M . 1901 ; G . Lavington , P . M . S 57 ; VV . J . Harris , P . M . 1321 ; J . H . Cureton , P . M . 21 S 2 ; J . Dixon , P . M 147 ; E . Brooks , P . M . 7 66 ; G . H . Ktson , P . M . 54 S ; R . Clowes , P G Std . Br . ; H . A Dixon , 147 ; H . James , 4 63 ; H . Corper , 745 ; W . Brigg-, 13 CG ; A . H . P . Luird , 2191 ; H . IV . Dixon , 147 , Horace Reynold- - , 21 S 2 ; VV . D . Stevens , 27 ; J . VV . Sparrow , W . M . 14 S 9 ; R . VV . Nicole , VV . M . 227 S ; and' R . T . We 4 , 1744 .
The minutes of the previous two lodge meetings hiving been read and confirmed , and the . Aidtots' repiit adopted , the W . M ., Bro . R . S . Taylor , proc-eled « i : \ the important event of the evening by installing his successor , Bro . H . J . Macfariane , who is also VV . M . of the Egyptian Lodge , N > . 27 . The following brethren were appointed the officers for the ensuing year : Bros . C . H . Howlett , S . W . ; W . Wesche , J . W . ; I . | . Lamigeon , Treas . ; Fredk . Flood , P . M ., P . A . G . D . C , Sec ; L . R . D , cksee , 5 . D . ; E . Branscombe , P . G . O .. J . D . ; R . J . Porter , I . G . ; J . A . Chalk , D . C . ; VV .
Salmon , A . D . C ; A . loop , Org . ; J . J . Kern , U . L . tegetmeier , 1 . Divid and Wingrove I vts , Stewards ; and G . Harrison , Tyler . The urn il addresses were given by Bro . R . S . Taylor in a manner that was faultless , and he deserves the highest praise for the excellent way he carried out the whole of the installation ceremony . Bro . F . Flcod , P . M ., Sec , stated that two months ago it was mooted that they should purchase an organ , and that had been done , the members hiving subscribed so liberally , that there would be no occasion to touch the funds of the lodge , as the total cost had been
provided for , leaving sufficient to obtain a stool for the organ . A heai y vote of thanks was accoided to Bro . Flood for the energy he had displayed in bringing the matter to such a successful issue . Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., presented kneeling stools to the lodge , which were accepted with many thanks . In presenting a Past Master ' s jewel and a Past Master ' s collar , with silver jewel appended , to Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., the W . M . stated that every member who had attended throughout Bro . Taylor ' s reign knew the great things he had done for the lodge and they cou'd not have hi i a better
W . M . On behalf of the members he wished him very mmy years of life , health , and happiness , and the token , although only small , would ever remind him of his great seivices and which would never be forgot'en by the members . The jewels bore the following inscription— " Presented by the Mozatt Lodge , No . 1929 , to their fourteenth Masler , Bro . R . S . Taylor , P . M ., as a slight acknowledgment ot his valuable services as W . M . 1894-95 . December 7 th , 1 S 95 . " Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., said in speaking from his heart he earnestly thanked them for the great expession of their appreciation of his services . Throughout his Masonic career he had endeavoured to do everything
to promote the interests of the lodge and if he had been successful he was gratified . The W . M . stated that he was going up as Steward for the Old People and it was unanimously voted to head his list with a subscription of five guineas from the funds of the ledge . The Secretary reported that Bro . Wesche , J . W ., was very ill , and it was resolved to send him a telegram expressing deep sympathy in his illness . Other business followed , alter which the lodge was closed and the brethren partook of a substantial banquet . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts having been duly honoured ,
The Worshipful Master gave " The Grand Officers , Present and Past . " He said it was a toast that was always received there with enthusiasm . They were honoured that night with the presence of two Grand Officers and he hoped they would come again . The Grand Officers took a great interest in the Craft , and by their special favour he had received a dispensation which enabled him to be the W . M . for two lodges at one time . He coupled with the toast the names of Bros . VV . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., and R . ClowesP . G . Std . Br .
, Bro . W . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., on rising to respond , had an ovation . He said that he was pleased to be there if only to have heard the excellent way the toast had been proposed by the W . M ., who must never again say he could nut make a speech . He had the great honour to acknowledge the toast on behalf of the present Grand Ofli : ers . His good friend , Bro . Clowes , would respond for the Past Grand Officers . He spoke fully as to Ihe great services rendered by Bros . Lord Lathom and Lord Mount Edgcumbe to Ihe Craft . That was his first visit to the Mozart Lodge and he was glad to see the
W . M ., who was such an old friend of his , installed . As a Grand Officer * and an old Preceptor he was pleased with the working of all he had witnessed that evening , and , in conclusion , he said that he had to thank many who were present for his position at Grand Lodge . Bro . R . Clowes , P . G . Sid . Br ., also responded . He said that he appreciated his
name having been associated with the toast . When he was asked to come to the Mozirt Lodge he was glad to visit a lodge which was a musical one in every way . He was pleased with all he had heard and seen that evening and should always remember his visit . He congratulated the W . M . who had been installed in so able a manner , and the lodge was to be congratulated on having such an officer as Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., who had done his work exceedingly well .
In responding for "The Prov . Grand Officers , Present and Past , " Bro . Briscoe , P . P . G . O ., whose speech was the shortest one of the evening , said : Best thanks , and thanks . Bro . F . Flood , P . A . G . D . C , said that he had not much to add to the very brief but eloquent speech of Bro . Briscoe . The lodge had always been well remembered by the Grind Lodged the Province , and for the last three successive years collars had been given to members cf Ihe lodge , and this , from a province which had 40 lodges , was ,
he considered , a very great honour for the lodge . 1 he Prov . Grand Master , the Earl cf Onslow , had intended to have paid them a visit that evening , but as he afterwards discovered that he had an earlier Masonic engagement , he offered to come later , or he would put in an appearance on some other occasion , when he would give his entire time for a meetirg of the lodge . In proposing "The Health of the Worshipful Master , " Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., slated that it was the first time in his life that he had had the honour of submitting the
toast . Bro . Maelarlane's Masonic record was one that was satisfactory to all Masons , and they were proud to have him as W . M . He was a most ardent supporter of the Charities , and , as he was Steward for lhe Old People , he would , he thought , be the mians of taking up a large amount for that deserving Institution . He urged the members to give liberally to the Worshipful Master ' s list , and thus show their appreciation of his services to the Craft , which were well known , and it was an honour to have him as luler of the Mozart Lodge .
Bro . H . J . Macfarlane , W . M ., on rising to respond , received a very hearty welccrre . He said he thanked the I . P . M . most sincerely for his kind words and the n inters for their manifestation . He would , perhaps , plead guilty that he had been irergetic in lhe cause of Masonry , and he trusted the lodge would support the Charities in lhe future , and if , during his term cf iflice , the mcrr . bcis would give handsomely to the Institutions it would be ample return for the little he might do as Master . It would Le his maiden effort as Steward , and he hoped he wruld be successful . He would do tveijlhing in his rower to forward the interests of the ledge , and ( rem the bottom of his heart he wished them all a very happy and prosperous New Year .
Craft Masonry.
In giving "The Visitors , " the W . M . remarked that the feeling of the members towards their guests was second to no lodge in the Craft . He joined with the toast the names of Bros . H . J ames ; J . VV . Sparrow , W . M . 14 S 9 ; and R . W . Nicole , W . M . 227 S . Bro . Sparrow responded . He ssid that he was not a stranger to the lodge , and he hoped to have the privilege of often attending .. Bro . Nicole also acknowledged the toast . It was his first visit , and he was very much impressed with the excellent working . ' He had seen the W . M . installed twice , and he h ^ ped to see him installed again .
Bro . Cureton stated that the W . M . was perfection , and if the oTicers followed in his footsteps they could not go wrong . After repeated calls , Bro . VV . M . Stiles , Grand Treasurer , as W . M . of the Clissold Lodge , also responded . He said there was a goad o'd ring of friendship and fraternity in the lodge , and he congratulated the lodge on having so excellent a Master , whom he had seen installed twice , and they could not find a more jovial or efficient Master . He felt he must ref r to the admirable working of the I . P . M ., Bro . R . S . Tay ! o \ He ( Bro . Taylor ) was like an old veteran , and in leaving the chair he must be proud of his past services , which , he was convinced , all the members appreciated .
The W . M . gave " The Installing Master and I . P . M ., Bro . R . S . Taylor . " He said thit Ihe Grand Treasurer had referred in eloquent terms to Bro . 'Taylor , and it would be needless for him to add to that , but he could not say too much in his p . uise for his great and valuable services to the lodge . Bro . R . S . Taylor , I . P . M ., responded in brief but eloquent terms . The hour being late , the VV . M . proposed " The Past Masters , Masonic Charities , Treasurer and Secretary , and Musical Brethren , " coupled with the names of the Secretary and Treasurer .
Bro . F . Flood , P . M ., Sec , responded , reminding the members thit the W . M . wis going up as Steward for the Old People , and Bro . Limiafeon Steward for the Boys . He hoped they would all support tbe Old People first , and then the Boys . There were reasons why the lodge had not been able to give to the Charities the last few years , but in the future he trusted they would loyally support the three Institutions . Bto . J . J . Lamigeon said that he was only lately appointed Treasurer , wh ch he honoured , but he would watch the funds , and do his best in that office and for the lodge generally . He mentioned his Stewardship for the Boys , and hoped with the suppjrt of the members to get a good amount .
"The Officers" were duly honoured , but tirr . e did not permit of any response , and the Tyler ' s toast closed one of the grandest meetings in the annals of the Mozirt Lodge , which should continue its prosperity under the able hands of the VV . M ., Bro . Macfarlane , with the assistance of his very efficient Secretary , Bro . Flood , and the other officers . In a lodge of which many of the members are so closely connected with the musical
profession , it was to be expected that a musical treat would be provided , and the brethren were not disappointed . The following took part : Bros . Shiner , E . Branscambe , L . R . Dicksee , Trefelyn David , C . E . Nott , Rev . H . V . Tyrrel , Wingrove Ives , and Reginald Groome , the last-named giving "Stars may forget "—his own compositionwhich was the cream of the evening , and it has only to become known to bs very popular . The whole of the programme was under the direction of Bro . Toop , Org .
Strand Lodge , No . 1987 . This successful ledge met at the Criterion , Regent-circus , on ' the 12 th ult ., whrn there were present Bros . Walter Merrett , VV . M . j Hooper , S . W . ; Harbert , J . W . ; J . Willing , jun ., P . M ., Treas . ; W . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., Sec ; VV . Rapley , S . D . ; G . P . Channing , I . G . ; E . L . Campbell , D . C ; J . T . Baker and C E . Thomas , Stwds . ; E . Evans , I . P . M . ; J . R . W . Soper ; E . N . Dale , P . M . ; F . Jackson , P . M . ; C . J . Taylor , P . M . ; T . Welham , F . Lovegay , J . H . Warden , L . E . Thurlow ,
A . J . Rowley , A . L . Gieve , W . Houghton , F . J . Smith , T . Gilbert . W . Campbell , S . J . Muller , F . H . English , E . Salaman , Jno . Evans , VV . D . Nott , J . Fleming , R . Whiting , P . M ., Tyler ; and many others . Visitors : Bros . J . Duncan , 936 ; C Jacob , J . W . 2271 ; C . Miiler , S 62 ; W . A . Scurrah , Vice-Pres . Bd . of Gen . Purps . ; T . S . Anderson , I . P . M . 1 G 13 ; H . L . Davis , 25 ; J . H . Wildash , P . M . 16 G 2 ; H . Jones , P . M . 1954 ; H . Bro . vn , 144 G ; L . Engel , 1 G 14 ; C F . Browne , P . M . Si ; ' R . S . Chattey , I . P . M . 2 71 ; T . Jefferies , S . VV . 1744 ; Newton , 451 ; Daish , 97 ; Sett Dalgleish , 170 G ; and R . T . West , 1744 .
The minutes of the previous meeting having b : en reid and confirmed , the W . M . raised Bros . A . J . Rowley , G . A . H . Muller , and F . J . Welch , and passed Bros . S . [ . Mullen and F . IT . English . He afterwards initiated Messrs . E . V . Salaman and F . VV . Sears . The working of the VV . M . was excellent . Bro . M . W . O'Brien , 724 , wis unanimously elected as a joining member . Ten guineas were voted from the lodge funds , to be placed upon Bro . J . Willing ' s list as Steward for the Girls' School , and a like amount to Bro . VV . M . Stiles , Steward for the Boys' School . Five guineas were also voted to an indigent brother , and , after other business , the lodge was closed , and the brethren partook of a good banquet . " The Queen and the I raft " having been duly honoured
, Bro . E . Evans , I . P . M ., proposed " fhe Health of the W . M ., " remarking that good wine needed no bush . Bro . Walter Merrett , W . M ., who was acccrded a very hearty welcome , stated that it afforded him much gratification for the way he had been received . In working the three Degrees that evening he had done what he never expected he would be able to perform , and he had done his best ; but he felt that it was not up to the usual standard of the lodge ; anyway , he would do his utmist for the lodge , and hoped during his year of office to give saiisfacti > n to the me nb ; rs .
The W . M . gave " The I . P . M ., Past Masters , Ticasurer , and Secretary . " He said they were well blessed with Past Masters , and th . re were not many lodges who could claim such a distinguished body as the Past Masters of the Strand Lodge . Bro . J . Willing was the "Father , " and the members well knew the great things he had done for the lodge . Then they had in the Secretary , Bro . VV . M . Stiles , the Grand Treasurer , one of the best of Masons , who had reached the pinnacle which all Masons would like to aim for . He also referred to the other Past Makers , making special mention of Bro . C . J . Taylor , who had done his work in the chair second to none , and he was distinguished in many ways .
In response , Bro . E . Evans ,-I . P . M ., stated that there was a splendid array on his left , and Bro . Stiles would now have a set-to , and Bro . Willing would keep time . Bro . J . Willing , P . M ., Treas ., also acknowledged the toist in a very humorous speech , which elicited much laughter , and in conclusion he referred to the good working of the W . M . that night , and said that whatever he could do to forward the interests of the lodge he would do in the future as he hoped he had done in the past . Humoious speeches appeared to be the order of the evening , as Bro . W . M . Stiles , Sec , also responded in that strain , which caused the laughter started by Bro . Willing to be very much continued .
Bro . F . Jackson , P . M .. said that all the Past Masters desired to help in every way , and they all bad one feeling , which was to do their level best for tV . e welfare of the lodge . Bro . C J . Taylor stated that he should always do as he had hitherto done—his best to assist to trie utmost of his ability . In giving * ' The Visitors , " the Worshipful Master observed that they were fortunate in having a large number of guests who were vtry welcome and many of those who had honoured them with their presence thit evening were well-known and distinguished in the Craft . In reading out the list of the visit irs he mide special reference to Bro .
VV . A . fccurrah , whom they were always glad to receive , and he wished them everything they could wish themselves . He asso . Mated with the toast the names of Bros . VV . A . Scurrah , Vice-President Board of General Purposes , Anderson , Wildash , and II . Jones . Bro . W . A . Scurrah , who responded , said that it was always a great pleasure to attend the Strand Lodge . He had known the W . AI . for many years and he was glad to see him in the chair . He was a good Mason and he had had a big task to go through the three Degrees in one evening , but he had performed that duty with great credit . He hop d the lodge would prosper in the future as in the past . Bros . T . S . Anderson , I . P . M . 1 G 13 ; J . H . Wildash , P . M . 16 G 2 ; and Harry Jones , P . M . 1954 , also 2 cl < nowledgid the toast in very appropriate terms .
The Worshipful Master proposed "The Initiates , " which he stated was the toast of Ihe evening . They were honoured with two , and it had been a great pleasure to him to initiate thorn because they appeared to fully appreciate the c & cmony , and he hid no doubt they would turn out good members of the lodge and be a credit to the Craft . Bro . li . V . Salaman replied , lie said he hoped they would notexpect many words from him as he was somewhat upset with the beautiful ceremony of his initiation , but he appreciated the kind words of the W . M ., and the reception he had had .